The Best Overnight Oats
These overnight oats have just 6 ingredients and easy to prep ahead of time for those busy weeks. There's no better way to start your morning than with a healthy and balanced breakfast.
Servings: 1 serving
Calories: 381kcal
Ingredients
- ½ cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 Tablespoon chia seeds
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 Tablespoon pure maple syrup
- ¾ cup milk
- optional toppings: fruit peanut butter, almond butter, nuts etc.
Instructions
- Add the ingredients to a mason jar or container. Stir well to combine.
- Cover and place in the refrgierator for at least 4 hours or overnight.
- Stir before serving. Serve with optional toppings or enjoy plain.
Notes
- Oats: We're using old-fashioned oats for this recipe. If needing this recipe to gluten free, make sure that you use certified GF oats.
- Milk: Any type of milk can be used. I normally use almond milk or oat milk.
- Chia Seeds: If you're not a fan of chia seeds (some people aren't), you can omit these.
Nutrition
Calories: 381kcal | Carbohydrates: 55g | Protein: 13g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 4g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.02g | Cholesterol: 22mg | Sodium: 76mg | Potassium: 521mg | Fiber: 9g | Sugar: 21g | Vitamin A: 306IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 354mg | Iron: 3mg
